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Customs duty from USA
paddypaws101
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I have no idea which section I should post this in so forgive me if I am in the wrong area.
I want to get a friend in the states to send me a product called 'cat attract' which is something to add to cat litter but am not sure
a) if the fact that it contains natural herbs is a problem
b) at what value of package...if it is a personal gift...I would incur import duties
Anyone have any ideas?
I want to get a friend in the states to send me a product called 'cat attract' which is something to add to cat litter but am not sure
a) if the fact that it contains natural herbs is a problem
b) at what value of package...if it is a personal gift...I would incur import duties
Anyone have any ideas?
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The link will tell you and I think from memory it is roughly £20, even for gifts. Some people get round this by declaring a false value on the item, or having a false cover note e.g. "Returning lens, repaired under warranty, repair cost £15". Of course you must not do that.
Bear in mind you pay duty on the item, and the postage AND (unless I am mistaken) the customs fee charged by Royal Mail. Warning: This forum may contain nuts.0 -
Vat is charged from £15 for non gifts, or (I think) £30 for gifts.
Duty varies a huge amount depending on the item type.0 -
Have a bash at this. However, finding the category for the item can be difficult.
http://www.dutycalculator.com/0
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